Dog Walkers in Bryn Mawr

Best Dog Neighborhoods in Bryn Mawr

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   Population Density 779/sq mi

   #1 Ithan

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   While the small Ashbridge Memorial Park off Montgomery Avenue in central Bryn Mawr is certainly worth a visit, Ithan Valley Park is by far the best dog-friendly recreation space that the area has to offer. Though your pooch will need to be leashed, the park boasts 19 acres of beautiful woods and pawesome trails to sniff and explore. Careful, though -- the name Bryn Mawr is Welsh for “Big Hill”, so some of the trails in Ithan Valley Park are steep, and can be slippery in damp weather. The park is just at the corner of St. Ithan’s Avenue and S Bryn Mawr Avenue, with parking available at the entrance.
   

   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
2. Dog Parks 2

   Population Density 820/sq mi

   #2 Gladwynne

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   With West Mill Creek Park only a 7-minute drive from Bryn Mawr, it would be a huge faux paws not to give this excellent dog park a visit. Located just off the Old Gulph Road in Gladwynne, West Mill Creek Park is an off-leash park with poo bags provided and a segregated area for small and large dogs. This park is open from sunrise to sunset. The true gem of Gladwynne, though, is the Rolling Hill Park on Rose Glen Road. There’s an off leash creek running through the dog park. If your pooch loves swimming as part of their off-leash adventures, there’s no better place in the Bryn Mawr area for them to come and splash about!

   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
3. Dog Parks 1

   Population Density 22,294/sq mi

   #3 Fairmount Park

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   Fairmount Park is the largest municipal park in Philadelphia, just eleven miles away from Bryn Mawr. Technically a large group of multiple parks spanning both sides of the Schulkiyul River, you and your leashed pooch can wander through wooded trails, gardens and historic sites. The real draw for your dog, though, is the Schulkiyul River Dog Run. Located right by the waterside, this park is a pup’s paradise, with multiple water bowls, lots of balls and toys available, plenty of places for owners to sit, and a kiddie pool for your hot dog to cool down on in the summer. Large and small dogs are kept separate, so your pup can socialize no matter their size!

   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
4. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 4,034/sq mi

   #4 Roxborough

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   The Wissahickon Valley Park on Forbidden Drive in Roxborough, Philadelphia is 12 miles out from Bryn Mawr, and a perfect location for a leashed stroll with your pup. The scenic, wooded trails vary in difficulty, so you can choose one that suits the athletic ability of both you and your pooch. The real mutts-visit site, though, is the Bone Appetite Dog Bakery! While technically located in nearby Chesnut Hill, on Germantown Avenue, Bone Appetite serves treats both off the shelf and to order that are sure to make your dog sit up and beg!

   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
5. Dog Parks 1

   Population Density 1,836/sq mi

   #5 South Haverford

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   A 12-minute drive from Bryn Mawr, South Haverford is home to the well-maintained Haverford Reserve Dog Park on Parkfield Road, a space beloved by local and visiting pooches alike. There’s a water station and dog bowls, and even some agility equipment so your best friend can work up a sweat! If your dog isn’t such a fan of the gym, plenty of balls are provided for a spirited game of catch. The park is cared for by the users, so there’s a strong sense of community spirit among dog owners, and your pup is sure to have a pawsitively excellent time socializing!

   Dog neighborhood? yay nay